Simulated (Likely Cubic Zirconia or Glass)
Simulated (Likely Cubic Zirconia or Glass) · Round Modified Brilliant
Fair to Good (Industrial/Commercial standard) Cut
Carat
Estimated at 0.50 to 0.75 carats equivalent
Color
Visual equivalent of D-E (Colorless)
Clarity
Visual equivalent of IF to VVS2 (Eye Clean)
Shape
Round Modified Brilliant
Overall Assessment
This appears to be a fashion earring featuring a colorless simulant rather than a natural or lab-grown gemstone. The clarity and lack of natural growth features are typical of mass-produced jewelry components.
Cut Quality
Fair to Good (Industrial/Commercial standard)
Brilliance
Moderate; exhibiting more surface reflection than internal light return
Fire
High; exhibits some rainbow dispersion characteristic of CZ
Scintillation
Low; lacks the sharp contrast of a natural diamond
Proportions
Standard commercial cut with a flat table and shallow pavilion visible in the bezel setting
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
None visible
Inclusions
None visible to the naked eye; typically characteristic of synthetic simulants
Blemishes
Minor surface abrasions consistent with wear on a softer material than diamond
Origin
Manufactured; mass-produced simulant
Treatment Detection
None applicable as it is a simulant
Estimated Value
$5 - $20 USD (Cost of fashion costume jewelry)
Certification Estimate
Unlikely to be certified by major labs like GIA or AGS; potentially a decorative accessory
Investment Potential
None; holds only sentimental or decorative value
Similar Diamonds
Standard costume jewelry studs found in department stores
Setting Suggestions
Keep in current stud earring bezel setting; stainless steel or silver-tone alloy
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth; avoid harsh chemicals that may tarnish the metal setting
Interesting Facts
Cubic Zirconia is a dense material that is heavier than diamond, weighing about 1.7 times more for the same size